alternator HONDA ODYSSEY 1998 Owners Manual

Drive Belts, Timing Belt

Drive Belts
Check the condition of the two drive
belts. Examine the edges of each
belt for cracks or fraying. Check the tension of each belt by
pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys.
The belts should have the following "play" or deflection.
Alternator belt:0.28 — 0.37 in (7.0 — 9.5 mm)
Power steering
belt:

0.51 — 0.63 in (13.0 —
16.0
mm)

If you

see signs of wear or looseness,
have your dealer adjust or replace
the belts. Timing Belt
The timing belt and balancer belt should normally be replaced at the
intervals shown in the maintenance
schedule.

Replace these belts at 60,000 miles (U.S.) or 100,000 km (Canada) if you
regularly drive your vehicle in one or
more of these conditions: In very high temperatures

(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures

(under — 20°F, — 29°C).

Maintenance
ALTERNATOR BELT
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